Swim Instructor/Lifeguard - PAID TRAINING

Goldfish Swim School - Burlington; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Swim Instructors and Lifeguards to join their team. This role offers paid training and focuses on teaching children water safety through fun and engaging methods. Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with kids and a desire to grow professionally. Enjoy flexible scheduling and opportunities for advancement in a supportive environment. If you're ready to dive into a rewarding career that promotes safety and confidence in young swimmers, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Awesome vibes

Flexible scheduling

Paid on-the-job training

Opportunity for professional growth

Lifesaving Training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old to apply.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Instructs children on water safety and swim techniques.
• Enforces safety rules to prevent accidents.
• Evaluates students' progress and interacts with parents.

Skills

Child and safety focus

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Experience as a lifeguard or youth sports instructor

Swimming experience

Job description

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Job Title: Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

Reports to: Deck Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary: Works as part of a team to instruct children how to be safe in and around the water. Curriculum focuses on using fun and games to facilitate confidence and learning. Paid training provided. Participates in monthly team-building meetings and events to hone lifesaving skills and build workplace culture. Opportunities for professional development and bonuses are plentiful in this role!

The Ideal Candidate For This Position is:

• Willing to learn (no experience required)
• Child and safety focused
• Consistent & reliable
• Eager to learn and grow professional skills
• Interested in a kid-focused career path
• A strong communicator
  
  
  

Perks & Benefits:

• Awesome vibes
• Work in a 90º pool, no swimming required
• Flexible scheduling
• Lifesaving Training
• Paid on-the-job training
• Pay structure based on training and responsibilities
• Opportunity for professional growth and promotion
  
  
  

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.
• Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents.
• Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.
• Acts as a GSS “ambassador” to ensure parental satisfaction.
• Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.
• Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.
• Participates in set up and clean up of the pool area before and after shifts by: maintaining proper storage of pool equipment, placing and removing lane lines, clearing out skimmer baskets, and participating in pre and post shift.
• Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.
• Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion.
• Attends required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed.
  
  
  

Safety Standards:

The safety of our swimmers, parents and team members is of the utmost importance. Goldfish Swim School follows all CDC and WHO safety standards along with following any local guidelines.

Education/Experience:

Must be at least 15 years old to apply. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider preferred but not required. Swimming experience is preferred. Clear background check is required.

Certificates and Licenses:

CPR, AED and First Aid certification required within 90 days of hire.

Work Environment:

While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.

NOTE: The information within this posting is not all-inclusive and may be subject to change. Employee to fulfill other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Employer. Goldfish Swim School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages, benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment, which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.

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